Introduction Long-term venous access is of critical importance to a wide group of patients. This is achieved by inserting tunneled lines via the internal jugular vein or the subclavian vein. This can be done either surgically or percutaneously. Combined use of ultrasonographically guided vein puncture and fluoroscopy has significantly reduced the complications related to insertion. … Continue reading Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Placement
Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Placement
Overview Long-term venous access is of critical importance to a wide group of patients. This is achieved by inserting tunneled lines via the internal jugular vein or the subclavian vein. This can be done either surgically or percutaneously. Combined use of ultrasonographically guided vein puncture and fluoroscopy has significantly reduced the complications related to insertion. … Continue reading Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Placement